Clinical Nurse (Parklands Residential Aged Care Facility), Queensland Health

Townsville Hospital and Health Service, is the public healthcare provider for the government areas of Townsville, Burdekin, Charters Towers, Flinders, Richmond, Hinchinbrook and Palm Island; operating 21 facilities from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.

Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".

Our values are:

Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement

We are seeking committed and passionate professionals to help us achieve our mission.

About the opportunity:

Position: Clinical Nurse

Vacancy: Permanent Part-time, hours negotiable.

Location: Parklands Residential Aged Care Facility / Kirwan Health Campus / Kirwan / Townsville

The facility provides care for 70 residents with 30 places for dementia care and 40 places for older persons who require care due to fragility and complex care needs.

Your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Enjoy a generous remuneration package including:

• Salary range: $54.44 to $58.30 p.h. (NG 6(1))
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/salary-and-benefits/salary-packaging ) options may be available

Why Choose Us?

• Job Security: Enjoy stability in your career and become empowered with a supportive employer committed to your growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/leave ).
• Lifestyle and location: Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Requirements:

Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable)

• Qualification: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory.
• Nursing: Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and possession of a current practising certificate.
• Shift Workers: Appointees will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster, which will include participation in an on-call roster.
• Travel: Please note, from time-to-time this position will be required to travel to, and work at, other facilities located within the Rural Hospitals Service Group network to participate in meetings for planning, quality, performance, training and education, or clinical activities.
• National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening Check: As a Health Care worker in Queensland Health who engages in risk-assessed roles, you must hold a current disability check (Yellow Card or Yellow Card Exemption) or a NDIS worker screening check, in accordance with Part 5 of the Disability Services Act 2006 (Qld).
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
• Probation period may apply.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

With challenge comes opportunity; utilise your resilience and join the rewarding and interesting profession of providing exceptional, accessible healthcare and support to our community, your community.

Help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:

Anthony Wilson on (07) 4433 9***.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV631105 ( https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV631105 )

Applications close: Thursday, 1 May 2025